BOKARO DISTRICT
Reports of sale false and misleading, says Bhilai Steel Plant amid Congress alleging Adani visit
Bhilai Steel Plant, a unit of SAIL, has dismissed privatization rumors as false and misleading. The Ministry of Steel and PIB Fact Check confirmed that these reports are untrue. Allegations were made by Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel regarding a potential Adani Group visit to the plant. Concerns among employees and local residents over job security and plant future were raised.
Constantly watching us: Jharkhand CJP leaders allege being followed on train to Delhi
Leaders of the Cockroach Janta Party in Jharkhand faced intimidation while traveling to Delhi for protests. Several members noticed they were being followed by men in plain clothes on their train journey. One member, Khusboo Choudhary, abandoned her trip after receiving a warning from the TTE. Others also shortened their journeys, citing similar concerns over their safety. Despite this, at least 15 members managed to reach Delhi for the protests.
Two killed after gas exposure at ESL Steel plant in Jharkhand's Bokaro
Two people, including an ESL Steel executive and an engineer associated with a business partner, died following gas exposure at the company's plant in Jharkhand's Bokaro district on Sunday. The company said it will conduct an independent investigation and take appropriate action based on the findings. It did not disclose further details.
Tata Steel gets interim relief in Rs 1,755 crore Jharkhand coal mining demand case
Tata Steel received interim relief from a Rs 1,755 crore demand by Jharkhand. The Ministry of Coal's Revisional Authority will consider the company's challenge. Authorities are barred from taking coercive action against Tata Steel for now. This order protects the company while its dispute is pending. The underlying demand remains under review by the Revisional Authority.
2 Maoists, 1 CRPF jawan killed in gunfight in Jharkhand's Bokaro
A fierce gunfight erupted between security forces and Maoists in the Birhordera forest of Jharkhand's Bokaro district on Wednesday morning, resulting in casualties on both sides. During the encounter, security forces successfully neutralized two Maoists. Tragically, a jawan from the CRPF's CoBRA battalion also lost his life in the exchange of fire, prompting an ongoing search operation in the area.
Eight Naxals including one with bounty of Rs 1 crore killed in Jharkhand encounter
In Bokaro district, Jharkhand, a fierce encounter unfolded between CoBRA commandos of the CRPF and Naxals in Lugu Hills. The operation, which commenced early Monday morning, resulted in the death of eight Naxals. Security forces seized a cache of weapons, including AK series rifles and INSAS rifles, during the operation. No injuries were reported among the security personnel involved.
Goods train derails in Jharkhand's Bokaro, over 10 trains diverted
A goods train derailed near Tupkadih in Jharkhand's Bokaro district, affecting rail traffic on the route. Two wagons overturned, causing damage to the downline track and leading to the diversion of over 10 trains. Restoration efforts are underway, and a 15-member team is investigating the cause of the accident.
Here's how Jharkhand's Bokaro district is preparing for successful polls
A unique 'parents-teachers meeting (PTM) on voting' in Jharkhand's Bokaro district drew around 97,000 participants, who pledged to vote in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Additionally, 1.51 lakh rural women from Self Help Groups (SHGs) gathered to discuss ways to ensure the success of the democratic process. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the polling day on May 25 in the Dhanbad and Giridih constituencies. Initiatives like the Voter Helpline App and 'democratic' classrooms have been launched to promote electoral literacy and ensure free and fair polls.
Encounter breaks out between security forces, Maoists in Jharkhand's Bokaro
Security forces engaged in an ongoing encounter with Maoists in Jharkhand's Bokaro district amid heavy rainfall in Gindhauniya forest. The gunfight erupted during a search operation, with no casualties reported so far. Police received information about Maoist presence in the area, prompting the operation. Bokaro Superintendent of Police Priyadarshi Alok confirmed the encounter, stating that no casualties or injuries have been reported yet. The situation remains tense as security forces continue their operation against the insurgents.
Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra: Congress stands for Jal-Jungle-Jamin of tribal people, says Rahul Gandhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' resumed from Dhanbad on Sunday, the third day of his yatra in Jharkhand. After a night halt in Tundi block of the district on Saturday, the yatra resumed at Govindpur in Dhanbad city on Sunday.
Over 8,600 bank accounts linked to cybercriminals frozen in Jharkhand
The maximum of 2002 accounts were frozen in Deoghar district, followed by 1,183 in Dhanbad and 959 in Ranchi, a CID official said.
Preparations complete for counting of votes polled in Jharkhand by-elections
Votes will be counted in 18 rounds in Dumka and 17 rounds in Bermo seat in Bokaro district, Joint state Chief Electoral Officer Hiralal Mandal said on Monday.
Jharkhand bypolls: 62.46 per cent polling in two assembly seats
The voter turnout was 65.27 per cent for Dumka reserved seat and 60.20 per cent for Bermo seat in Bokaro district, the Chief Electoral Officer's office said.
First coronavirus death in Jharkhand, 8 fresh cases reported
The elderly man, who hailed from Gomia's Sadam village, was kept in the isolation ward of the Bokaro General Hospital after he showed symptoms of the novel coronavirus on April 5.
4 can bombs recovered in poll-bound Jharkhand
A bomb disposal squad defused the bombs, Rai said. Two Assembly constituencies in the district --- Gomia and Bermo-- will go to polls tomorrow.
Giriraj Singh gets relief from HC in case of hate speeches
The Jharkhand High Court on Friday quashed the arrest warrants issued by a Bokaro court against BJP leader Giriraj Singh.
BJP leader Giriraj Singh gets breather till May 3
The Deogarh District and Sessions Court stayed Giriraj Singh's arrest till May 3 for allegedly making a hate speech during an election rally.
CRPF Jawan injured in gunbattle with Maoists in Bokaro district
According to CRPF (26th Battalion) Commandant Sanjay Kumar, the encounter took place near Tulbul village during a long range patrolling at Jhumra Hills.
Lok Sabha elections: Maoists blow up railway track in Bokaro
The rebels damaged the tracks between Dania railway station in Bokaro and Jageshwar station of Bihar under South Eastern Railway disrupting train services.
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